Excursion Ignition Problems

[stoater]

Any of you guys having problems with your ignition switch? Sometimes when I try to start my X using the key nothing happens.Works OK with the Ford remote start though {lucky me]
2003 X LTD 6.0 PSD

[shamuex2000]

Waht do you mean, nothing happens? No cluck, no crank, or no start?

[stoater]

All the dash lights come on but no start ,no crank nada

[ford_x_3]

Is the key hard to turn?There's a bulletin I saw somewhere about that and faulty switches.

[coldpizza]

I have that problem, but it is related to the alarm. I had a F**d factory alarm installed a couple of weeks ago (I've had the X since last September). Ever since then, I have to arm and unarm the alarm with the FOB in order to start. Otherwise, if the X sits for 30 seconds or more, without me arming it, the starter-kill arms automatically. Then if I turn the key the 'wait-to-start' light, the stereo, and any other electrical items left on prior to shut down come on. I have to call the F**d help-line to figure out how to disengage auto ignition-kill.

Good luck with your problem.

Len

[stoater]

the key operates as normal.this is a very intermitent problem. only happens once a week.of course it never happens when you bring it to the dealer.the first time I took it they re-flashed the computer.didn't help as it turned out.I'm taking it in tomorrow and they are talking about replacing the ignition switch.will let you guys know .thanks

[stoater]

I have no problems with the alarm. in fact it is saving my butt when the key doesn't work

[shamuex2000]

A friend's ex has a touchy park switch. Next time it doesn't crank, try pulling the shifter up at the same time.